About the Vermiculated Fishing-Owl
The Vermiculated Fishing-Owl (Scotopelia bouvieri) is a species of bird in the Owls family (Strigidae), within the order Strigiformes. This family contains 228 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code vefowl1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Scotopelia bouvieri |
| Species Codes | vefowl1, VFOW, VEFO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Vermiculated Fishing-Owl belong to?
The Vermiculated Fishing-Owl (Scotopelia bouvieri) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Vermiculated Fishing-Owl?
The Vermiculated Fishing-Owl is a member of the Owls family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Vermiculated Fishing-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Vermiculated Fishing-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code vefowl1, or on iNaturalist.